Replacing the glass in a sliding glass door can be difficult and should be left to a professional to avoid any injuries to yourself or others.
Replace frame for a sliding door.
You will cut through the insulation fasteners and shims.
If the wooden frame is rotting and needs replacing rebuilding the frame costs 100 to 240.
Place your door hinges and secure them in place with screws.
Turn the power off in the area where you will be working.
Use a reciprocating saw with a longer bimetal blade to cut between the framing and the door jamb.
Remove the old sliding door frame.
Pry off the exterior trim.
The average cost for removing a sliding glass patio door is 95 to 250 in labor and disposal costs depending on the size.
Gaps in the door.
Lay down construction drop cloths or plastic to protect the flooring.
With the head and side jambs cut free tip the frame from the top to the outside.
Place shims around the edges and top of your door frame every 12 inches.
You should work with a licensed glass repair company to replace the glass in your sliding glass door.
Check the 4 corners with your framing square.
An opening of roughly 72 inches in width and 80 inches in height is the usual requirement for a sliding door frame.
Use shims under screw holes to help keep your threshold in good shape.
Older patio doors may be difficult to operate so the thought of a door that glides open smoothly can be very appealing.